78+ Words that rhyme with alley

Alley is a 2-syllable word with 78 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ally, dillydally, finale. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of alley

noun
  1. a narrow street with walls on both sides
  2. a lane down which a bowling ball is rolled toward pins

Examples of "alley" in lyrics

See how alley is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "Take you to valley with the chirmin' in Alley"
    Above the Law — 1996
  • "It's starting with Alley"
    Alley Life — That's the Way We Roll
  • "pally throw a match in the Gasoline Alley"
    Artifacts — C'Mon Wit Da Git Down

What do these rhymes mean?

ally
a friendly nation an associate who provides cooperation or assistance
dillydally
postpone doing what one should be doing; "He did not want to write the letter and procrastinated for days"
finale
the closing section of a musical composition the temporal end; the concluding time
rally
a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort
tally
a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "alley" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like ally, dillydally, finale create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "alley" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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